Details
Posted: 10-Jun-22
Location: New York,
Type: Full Time
Salary: $140,000
Categories:
Museum Ed
Salary Details:
Good benefits
Additional Information:
Employer will assist with relocation costs.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art seeks an experienced Education leader who will serve as a key programmatic partner for peers, the Chair of Education, the DEPILL Departments (Digital, Education, Publications, Imaging, Libraries and Live Arts) various Curatorial, Conservation and Scientific Research Departments, other departments throughout the museum and with community partners. The Educator in Charge for Public Programs and Engagement occupies an important senior leadership role at The Met, supporting its mission to connect people to the collection and expertise in new and creative ways. This position reports directly to the Chair of Education and a key focus for this individual will be to develop and oversee the area’s program strategy, budget, staff and resources, and successfully implement the Education Department’s strategic plan at Met 5th Avenue.
- 7-10 years’ experience in public, scholarly and engagement programs within an art museum
- 5–7 years of demonstrated experience in community-based arts programming, museum education and gallery teaching as well as knowledge of disability law and regulations, museum access programming and contemporary artistic practice
- Track record of developing and managing a complex schedule of educational and public programs related to special exhibitions, gallery rotations, access, community and special projects
- Demonstrable record of effective negotiation and collaboration with diverse range of stakeholders within a large cultural institution and with outside partners and organizations
- Demonstrable record of collaboration with development in fundraising initiatives for Education and public programs in a museum context
- Strong, proven track record of developing and implementing high quality, innovative programs using original works of art in a museum setting
- Strong, proven track record of attracting broad and diverse audiences
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse range of stakeholders
- Excellent budgeting and financial skills
Knowledge and Education:
- MA. in Art History, Museum Education, Education or other related field, or equivalent education and experience
- Exceptional organizational, oral, and written communication skills
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience of current trends in engaging diverse museum publics
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in audience outreach and creating and maintaining authentic partnerships
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience of art practices and trends, contemporary artists, gallery teaching and pedagogy
